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My place is close to public transport, parks, and art and culture. You’ll love my place because of the high ceilings, the cosiness, and the location. My place is good for solo adventurers.

lovely family home, perfect located for exploring the local area, would recommend Deema's place to anyone.

chris2017-01-12T00:00:00Z

Great accommodation and facilities well located. Wonderful host and friendly environment definitely recommend and would go back.

Flavia2017-08-14T00:00:00Z

I had such a lovely comfortable stay with a friendly, inclusive family in a quiet village minutes from the city of Worcester and minutes from the motorway. It couldn't have been improved upon.

Michael2016-09-07T00:00:00Z

Deema and her husband were absolutely lovely hosts the best welcome I have had so far on my arrival which I was later than expected I was offered a cup of tea and greatly appreciated, everything was so clean the house was lovely, will be staying again

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I look forward to welcoming you to Cromwell's Cottage-a cosy place to get away from it all, in the heart of the UK, just 5 mins from M5 junction 7, making it easy to bring everyone together -ideal for family gatherings, catching up with friends or just a quiet weekend. Nestled in the shadow of the Malverns, close to Shakespeare's Stratford, with lots of great walks and plenty of local pubs. This thatched Tudor cottage is quirky, cosy, and sleeps up to 10 guests.

A gem for the discerning traveller, this 16th Century home was a hospital for the Roundheads in the English Civil War. Cromwell's Cottage is packed full of charm and history. Built from the timbers of dismantled ships from King Henry VIII's fleet, if you search carefully you can even find the signature of the shipwright, scratched into the low ceiling beams. At the heart of the cottage is a well-equipped kitchen with a range cooker, just a few steps away from the dining room, with a large dining table so everyone can eat together. The bedrooms are cosy, with comfy beds, there are two bathrooms, and a small upstairs toilet.

The friendly village of Kempsey is full of fascinating history, an ancient church and a range of pubs, making it ideal for all visitors' tastes. Worcester is just a few miles away, with an impressive Cathedral and lots of places to visit and the Malvern Hills offer wonderful walks and beautiful views. There is plenty of tourist information at the cottage, and if you want to plan your visit in advance, just drop me a line.

We loved our stay at Cromwell Cottage, the cottage is a fantastic historic building dating back to the 1500s. It had a thatched roof and feels like something straight out of a fairytale. We liked how the property has no TV - it's s nice place to escape and spend time together, but a good wifi connection is available if needed. There's a local shop where you can buy most of the basics you will need. Cathy left cupcakes and grapes for our arrival as well as jars of sweets that the kids enjoyed. Cathy was very responsive and flexible with check ins etc. Highly recommended!

David2017-08-20T00:00:00Z

We had a wonderful stay at Cathy's cosy and homely cottage. It's in a lovely location, in a big-ish village just outside Worcester, so is very easy to get to even if getting a taxi from the train station, and with walks you can do basically out of the front door. There are four pubs in the village, although we only managed to sample two of them, and one that is a slightly further walk away, and all the ones we tried were perfectly pleasant. The cottage itself is lovely, with everything we needed in it, comfortable beds and plenty of space to sit and relax, as well as a big table (in a small room!) that all 9 of us could comfortable sit at to eat. The garden is beautiful too, though the weather made it a little tricky for us to sit out there. Cathy was the perfect host, helpful and very generous (we got some wonderful treats on arrival!) with great communication. We had a brilliant trip!

Katharine2017-07-31T00:00:00Z

Beautiful old cottage with bags of character. We stayed there for a family get together to celebrate my dad's 80th birthday - it was perfect for us being midway for family meeting up and with lots of bedrooms. Everything was spotless, beds comfy and Cathy could not have been more accommodating - with lots of provisions left on arrival. Even the teenagers seemed content as there were plenty of board games to choose from. Pubs within walking distance and little shop at end of the road.

Julia2017-06-26T00:00:00Z

The cottage was an excellent location for a family birthday celebration - good and central for people from across the country to get to. It's a delightful and characterful cottage with a pretty garden. There was ample parking available for a number of cars at the roadside and on the little drive. The upstairs bedrooms are a very good size, and the downstairs ones not bad at all. Beds were comfy and bedlinen and towels very nice. Everything is nicely decorated - it's so cosy! Bathrooms functioned fine. Living room, garden and kitchen were good social spaces for getting everyone together. Kitchen not super equipped if you need specialist items, but very good for all the basics, and cooker easy to work. Ceilings are low beamed so tall people need to watch out! Well located for walks along the meadows, and several pubs very close at hand. Cathy was a thoughtful, kind and attentive host - could not have asked for better.

Lindsey2017-07-24T00:00:00Z

We chose Cathy's cottage for a family get together for our father's 80th birthday. There seems to be a bit of a theme there!!!. Cathy was so helpful in the run up to the weekend and met my parents, who were the first to arrive, with a card, cake, strawberries and wine for my dad which was a really thoughtful lovely touch. The pictures did not do the cottage justice and we were thrilled when we arrived and walked through the door. It is the absolute epitome of a thatched country cottage and we were delighted with it throughout the weekend. I cannot recommend it highly enough and this was the view of everyone. In all we had a fantastic time. The location is quiet and perfect for a restful weekend but in easy reach of a number of interesting places. Thank you so much Cathy.

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Comfortable first floor double bedroom in our home on the outskirts of Worcester. Guests have exclusive use of a bath and shower room adjacent and a downstairs dining/sitting room. Additional accommodation in first floor single room. Traveling as two singles? Feel free to book as a couple and then let us know you need the extra room.
Off-road parking and large garden. Breakfast provided courtesy of our resident chickens, Enid and Dorothy!
Over 18s only, please.

Powick is a small village on the outskirts of Worcester but the City can be easily reached within 10 minutes by car or by bus from the nearby bus stop. We are also only 15 minutes from The Malverns and Upton Upon Severn.
Close to both the M5 and M50, there is easy access to Birmingham, Cheltenham, the Wye Valley and the Welsh Borders.
Within walking distance there is an excellent pub, the Red Lion and Cromwell's, an award-winning Indian/Nepalese restaurant.

Great location 15 minutes from Malvern and Worcester by car. Off street parking. Wonderful, friendly, hosts who were happy for me to just stay in my room and accomodating of my 10pm return from an evening out. I opted for some simple cereal in the morning rather than eggs. Basic supplies provided in the room as well as wifi. I used my 4g connection (three network) and got reasonably good speeds and connection from the room (it may drop out slightly in the breakfast room and just out the front).

Fauz2017-05-03T00:00:00Z

Great host, very comfortable stay, delicious breakfast

Richard2017-06-04T00:00:00Z

Ross and Tony made me feel immediately at home. They have a lovely house and the room is simple but comfortable. Communication throughout was excellent. Ross offered me a cooked breakfast but I declined on health grounds!! I suspect it would have been excellent...... All-in-all, it was a really pleasant and relaxed stay and I cannot recommend them enough. I look forward to staying again if I need a room in the area - they would be my first choice

Hugh2017-07-27T00:00:00Z

Really lovely place to stay. They made me feel very welcome and at ease in preparation for an interview the next day. :)

Hope2017-07-13T00:00:00Z

A gem of a place to say with welcoming hosts who made me feel so welcome in their lovely home. I would definitely go again and highly recommend a stay here.

Heather2017-08-05T00:00:00Z

Lovely to stay here again. Excellent value for money and a great location for both Malvern and Worcester.

Fauz2017-07-04T00:00:00Z

A good welcome from Ross and Tony. No fuss, a light and airy house, comfortable bed and all the breakfast you can eat.

David2017-06-26T00:00:00Z

An extremely pleasant stay, very relaxed and chilled. We felt welcome from the minute we walked in and felt comfortable and at home. I liked the fact that we had our own bathroom next to the bedroom. Towels were lovely, large and sparkling white as was the bedding, crisp and white. Bedroom was comfortable and pleasant. The tea tray was well stocked. We had everything we needed Breakfast was when we wanted it which was nice. Tim had poached eggs and toast and I had toast (as much as we wanted). Of course there was the option of full English which we declined. I can't say enough good things about our lovely hosts, they were chatty, friendly and really lovely people. Thank you so much. We will back next time we are down visiting family.

Chrissy2017-08-13T00:00:00Z

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This is a large double room. My place is close to public transport, parks, and art and culture. You’ll love my place because of the cosiness, the location. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travel, and families (with 2 kids).

An older property, good welcome chat and cup of tea, check parking.

David2017-06-17T00:00:00Z

Quaint cottage in really nice Village location. Lovely Hosts who are very welcoming.

Geoff2017-04-04T00:00:00Z

The house is lovely and cozy with everything you need, Deema and her family war very welcoming and respectful, we got along very well and we would like to stay ther again.

Adrian2017-02-08T00:00:00Z

My wife and I enjoyed our stay here. Due to a booking error Deema and her husband put us up in their own bedroom, which was extremely kind. We were welcomed by all in the home (her mother and their 2 kids were very nice). Deema made us toast and jam with juice in the morning, which was very nice!

Michael2017-04-30T00:00:00Z

The host understated how stylish and convenient the house is, yet still cosy. Very warm welcome from host with most interesting conversations. Take a little care on steep stairs with narrow treads (the host did warn us about this). Quiet road and pleasant location, village shop close by.

Sylvia2016-08-26T00:00:00Z

Both Deema and Alex have been brilliant throughout our stay. Arrived to meet Alex and the kids, made us feel welcome instantly. Every time we went downstairs they were always happy and friendly. Provided hot drinks and access to shower rooms. I had a night shift at work during my second night, which they completely understood and allowed us to check out later than usual. Brilliant place, lovely people - Highly suggest!

Mitch2016-11-24T00:00:00Z

The house was clean and Deena and Alex made everything to make us feel home. It was a really nice experience with them: I hope we'll meet again and for a longer stay.

Livio2016-12-14T00:00:00Z

Overall it was a great place to stay. The bed was comfortable, the neighborhood quiet. There wasn't much to eat within walking distance after 9pm. We had a little trouble finding the space, but we didn't have GPS so if you do, you'll have no issues. We'd stay here again if we found ourselves in Kempsey.

Trinda2016-08-14T00:00:00Z

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A modern cottage situated in the scenic country village. The property has impressive countryside views over farmland and a spacious garden. The river severn is just 10mins via a country walk. This village is perfect location for the cathedral city of Worcester, Malvern Hills and the scenic riverside town of Upton.

Feel at one with the English countryside here. Large windows look out on endless farmland and horse paddocks.
Downstairs is open plan with the kitchen dinning following into the lounge.
All 3 bedrooms are very spacious allowing for large families and groups to stay in comfort.

Protected by the Malvern Hills, Callow End is know for its sub-tropical climate and I'm convinced it boasts the warmest weather in the UK. Country lanes offer peaceful strolls to the Old hills and the River Severn. The cathedral city of Worcester is accessable with a small drive or enjoy the river cycle paths.

Had a wonderful time in this beautiful cottage. There was a great garden, the cottage was beautiful with lots of space, well decorated, clean and welcoming. Would fully recommend to anyone. Idea for families, we took our 3 and 5 year old along with two 71 years old! Would definitely go back again. Thank you for such a great stay.

Adams place is nothing short of awesome. Peaceful, tranquil and relaxing. The house is clean, spacious and bright. Well appointed with all mod cons. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate for a minute to enquire to stay again.

Karl2017-08-22T00:00:00Z

Spent the w/end here ..had a wonderful time the house is lovely..

Judith2017-08-14T00:00:00Z

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Our comfortable double bedroom is suitable for couples or lone travellers who want a bit more space. Our home is peaceful and convenient for the city, motorway and local area. We look forward to welcoming you to our home.

Guests can use the kitchen, living room and the main bathroom

It is convenient to the local area, the river, the Malvern and Worcester city

The room was as state light and airy, very clean and Jane and Mike were very helpful and pleasant. Rosie the dog was very friendly and liked company.

Richard2017-06-18T00:00:00Z

Lovely home and lovely people very accommodating and understanding. The dog is just as accommodating and sweet as the owners!

David2017-07-22T00:00:00Z

Awesome hosts, great location. Jane and Mike were very friendly and welcoming and provided spotless and spacious accommodation. Kitchen also beautifully clean, so I felt comfortable preparing food. On a public bus route and can walk to the gorgeous historic city of Worcester.

Teresa2017-07-08T00:00:00Z

I stayed for a week and a half as I was new to the city and awaiting my rented accommodation to be ready. Mike and Jane made welcomed me into their home and put me at ease from the get-go. It was lovely to come back after a days work to friendly faces and a relaxed environment. The house had all the facilities I needed and was always immaculately clean. I would very much recommend staying in their lovely home.

Alice2016-10-14T00:00:00Z

I stayed with Jane and Mike for two nights and could not have been made to feel more welcome. This was my first Airbnb experience so I didn't really know what to expect. The room was excellent, comfy bed, fluffy white towels, toiletries on the side if needed, hair drier were all provided. I had the use of a bathroom with bath and shower right next to my room and use of the modern kitchen. Their home is spotless and in a quiet area so you get a really good nights sleep. I can highly recommend a stay with Jane and Mike, not forgetting their dog Rosie who is a real cutie!

Julie2017-05-28T00:00:00Z

Its a very secured and homely place. Jane was fantastic host and place was the best one to have a good night sleep without any noise from outside (usually case when you stay in hotels). WIFI speed was very good and I am able to connect and work without any issues. I would highly recommend to have a car when you stay here as places to eat its not close enough. Overall its a wonderful place and I would recommend it.

Rajesh2017-03-24T00:00:00Z

The most important thing to say is that Jane and her husband will make you feel very welcome in their house. Both of them are helpful and friendly and the room was clean and cosy. Great stay

Victor2017-03-19T00:00:00Z

Very welcoming and very friendly couple, good restaurants nearby and close to the Three counties showground where we were working. Very pleased with it overall. Immaculate house.

terry2016-09-25T00:00:00Z

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The house is in a Midlands village with 4 pubs and a shop and is close to other amenities including walking next to the river Severn. The house is very bright and modern with a huge sun room overlooking a pond and large garden with a veggie patch (pyo tomatoes). The open kitchen is great for dining with friends and has all the facilities you will need for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
5 bedrooms (2 ensuite)
Stunning large family bathroom
Study and free wifi
Playroom with kids games and exercise bike and rowing machine
Open kitchen, dining room and sun room
Large garden with veggie patch
Off street parking
We will leave you in peace and quiet but you will have access to a help phone number if you need assistance
Its a large village with lots of trees and green space close to the River Severn. There is a lot of walking locally and a friendly shop plus a variety of pubs that also have restaurants. People are really friendly and will stop and talk if you want to get to know the locals
A car is needed to reach the different attractions in the local area. There is a good train service to Birmingham (45 mins by train), Hereford (40 mins), regency Cheltenham (30 mins), and London (2hrs) 10 mins drive away and a local bus service (3 mins walk) to Worcester and Upton upon Severn
Perfect for a large family

We thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay. The listing for this home is very reliable. It is a clean, tasteful and quite large modern home. It is perfect for a family group with 4 great bathrooms, at least 5 bedrooms, comfy beds, HUGE kitchen, lovely garden, walking distance to pubs w/dinner options and local shop. Drive down to the Rose and Crown (4m S. on A38) for the best dessert/sweets menu in the UK. Lovely walking distance trails along the river and an historic village setting will give you a real taste of English countryside living. Great access to M5 and many day trip options. Details you'll need to know for an extended stay: WiFi can only handle one or two people at a time. No landline. Vodafone does not work there. Use EE or GiffGaff SIM cards. Hosts are very responsive to questions and will go out of their way to make your stay perfect. Advice to host: The house lacks basic appliances like microwave and coffee maker, that while minor compared to the rest of the amenities you do provide, it may cause difficulties for Americans and Australians. We bought a coffee press at Tesco and relearned the lost art of reheating leftovers in the stove and on the cooktop. :) Local activity info: While you are there, be sure to hike up the Malvern Hills with a picnic and check out the Royal Worcester museum- city Centre. Less known, but amazing, are the 12th century carvings in the Malvern Priory. Upton on Severn is a lovely little historical town down the road. The Elgar Inn (5m S. on A38) has very good upscale Italian food at midrange prices. The Bluebell Inn in Malvern has good lunch dinner eats. The Harvester, before Tesco (2m N.) has a good breakfast deal every day. Big "boot sale" (flea market) on Sundays at the roundabout 1 mile N. If heading south on M5, use the M50 access to avoid traffic. Head to Hay-on-Wye if you love books, comics or maps and want to dip your toe into Wales.

Lynn2015-08-04T00:00:00Z

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I am in a quiet area in Worcester. The estate I live on has Canadian names. It is 1.75 miles walk away from the town Centre. There is also a bus stop right outside the door. My home is a comfortable place and you will feel right at home. I look forward to meeting you.
As said I do have two double rooms one of mine, but if you are travelling with friends I can give up my room which means 4 could stop.

Double room in a house which is walking distance to the Historic town of Worcester. Good Infrastructure.
Birmingham Airport is a 25 minutes train ride away for connecting flights into Europe.
The Host is accommodating, friendly and when not working will show you around the place. Quiet house and plenty of room to chill.
PS: The host will discuss a discounted price.

Its a quiet neighbour service well by public transport into worcester. You can also walk into town along the river. The house is a very comfortable 2 bedroomed bungalow. Spacious with all the mod cons. Worcester has one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the country, it also has a BasketBall Team, a fantastic race course and Premiership Rugby Team. There is plenty to do both during the day and at night. It a very historical town and near to nearby beautiful Malvern with a fantastic walk over the mountains. Worcester itself is a wonderful town with a lot of restaurants and fantastic shopping. You won't be at a loss to have a fantastic visit to this beautiful county in the middle of the country.

Never actually got to meet Jan as I arrived late and left early but she was very friendly and organised when messaging me and the place was lovely

Nicky2016-11-19T00:00:00Z

Jan, was a very welcoming host, she could not have been more helpful or informative. She and Lionel (the cat) made us both feel that her home, was a 'Home away from home' for us. Thank you Jan.

Suzi2016-03-13T00:00:00Z

Very quiet location, good sized room. I didn't meet Jan but she made it very easy for me to arrive and make sure I had all the right information for an easy peaceful stay.

Nicky2016-06-27T00:00:00Z

Jan is an excellent host and her place is in an ideal location. I hope to stay again and would 100% reccommend it to anyone :)

Robyn2017-04-05T00:00:00Z

A lovely stay at Jan's place. Very homely and welcoming. Great if you're looking for a place to stay overnight or for a few days. A very warm welcome from the lovely Lionel too!!

Gerry2017-01-15T00:00:00Z

It was lovely, thanks!

Berk2017-08-13T00:00:00Z

Had a great little short stay. Jan was a great host!

Justin2016-05-14T00:00:00Z

Jan was a fantastic host and made our stay very easy.

Alex2017-08-20T00:00:00Z

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Stunning rural location. Sleeps 7, ideal for fishing, birdwatching and boating.
There are spectacular views to be seen across the river and the flood plain opposite, particularly from the patio, lounge and front facing rooms.

You will not find another cottage like this so close to the River Severn in Worcestershire. Very peaceful and tranquil setting, extensive views of countryside and surrounded by bird life and passing boats. Many other riverside cottages have the river at the end of the garden, in the distance. You can literally fish from the balcony attached to the lounge. We have a large garden that runs parallel with the river so that you have fantastic river views from many rooms.

Located 4 miles from Malvern with its Winter Gardens, Theatre and Cinema. 4 miles from Upton, a beautiful riverside town famous for its jazz and food festivals. The historic City of Worcester is 8 miles away with facilities and lots of history. 4 miles from the Three Counties Show Ground. This cottage is ideally located for hiking through incredibly beautiful countryside and the Malvern Hills are 10 minutes away by car. Morgan Car Factory is 10 minutes away by car.

Very comfortable place

rabia2017-07-07T00:00:00Z

A great place! Beautifully situated on the river and very private while still being close to beautiful places. The cottage is fully equipped; everything you need is there and it is of good quality. The hostess is very nice and helpful. We have five very nice days had there with our three children, all three are just as enthusiastic. We definitely come back.

Emily2015-07-15T00:00:00Z

The Cottage is beautiful , very well equipped and in a fantastic location on the river. The views are stunning. Very peaceful & private. Alison is a wonderful host, very informative and helpful. A really good find. We will certainly be back for another visit! Adderley family Devon

Max2017-06-04T00:00:00Z

My family and I stayed at the cottage for 3 nights and it was perfect in every way. Perfectly located in a secluded spot next to the river Severn with panoramic country views. The cottage itself was well equipped and Alison kindly set up the BBQ prior to our arrival. We will certainly be making a return at some point for a perfect country get away! Thanks for everything, Alison.

Ciaran2017-05-29T00:00:00Z

We had great communication with Alison before arriving, info and welcome were great on arrival, along with the goodies in the kitchen. We loved the spacious, comfortable, relaxing, well decorated and equipped cottage, with wonderful scenic, nature filled views. A tv in almost every room, wifi and a huge wood burner in the lounge made us feel nice and cosy in February. Enjoyed our walks along the river bank and plenty to do nearby. We plan a return visit, if you'll have us.

Ian2017-02-15T00:00:00Z

This is a dream find - lovely house in a wonderful riverside setting - the perfect getaway location with great walking, villages and other attractions nearby.

Nicholas2017-02-19T00:00:00Z

Lovely cottage with lovely views. Had a pb barbel as well. Would recommend.

jon2017-07-31T00:00:00Z

A beautiful location, right by the peaceful river. It was perfect for us as a big family, with spacious kitchen and living area leading on to a large balcony with lovey views. It was fun to watch the canal boats chug by, and to watch the ponies galloping round the fields opposite. A lovely garden, too, where we did an Easter Egg hunt. The Malvern Hills are beautiful, all the locals were friendly and the old towns very pretty. Thank you for letting us use your lovely home.

Vanessa2017-04-17T00:00:00Z

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A quiet room overlooking the rear garden and offering a great boutique-feel combination of comforts and conveniences. You will enjoy a good night’s sleep on a luxury pocket-sprung mattress on a double divan bed fitted with 100% cotton linen. Whether you have come to Worcester for business, study, or relaxation, I have created a comfortable space for my visitors by fitting the room with a flat screen TV with BT pause/ rewind box, high-speed fibre WiFi and a dressing table/ workspace desk.

The bedroom is light and comfortable with a double divan bed and contemporary white furniture. It faces the garden so it is very quiet. It has plenty of storage space, both drawers and a wardrobe. There are black-out blinds and curtains.
An HD television with BT YouView box (pause TV, rewind etc) is in the room.
The shared bathroom is bright and clean, and well equipped with toiletries.
There is super fast fibre broadband throughout the house.
The room charge includes as much tea (a wide variety from black, green, white, roobuis, fruit and camomile) and coffee as you want to drink.
There is cereal, muesli, fruit, yoghurt and bread/ toast, jams, marmalade etc for breakfast.

Very quiet part of Worcester. Small row of shops 200 metres. Friendly, pleasant neighbourhood.
Worcester is an historic city, famed for its cathedral where King John is buried and for its Norman crypt.
The river Severn flows through the heart of the city and there are lovely picturesque footpaths both sides of the river.
Worcester is home to the world famous Worcestershire sauce made at the nearby Lea and Perrins factory.
The historic home of Royal Worcester porcelain; there is a museum and shop selling their wares near the cathedral.
The site of the last battle of the civil war was fought in fields nearby. Charles II rallied his troops from the tower of Worcester Cathedral. Worcester is known as the 'Faithful City' due to its support for the monarchy at that time.

Clive welcomed me in his quite house, the room was spacious and clean, the bathroom just next door, his price are more than reasonable. I went running with him the next day. Clive went out of his way to help me find my way in Worcester, he is a very nice man and a fit runner. I highly recommend him.

Pierre2014-11-16T00:00:00Z

Exceptionally Friendly, Familiar atmosphere Very helpful and hospitable hosts Neat and cosy room, well located house Great value for the price Recommend to anyone have medium time stay around Worcester Thanks a lot Kasia & Clive

Marek2017-08-19T00:00:00Z

This was my first experience with airbnb and has certainly encouraged me to use airbnb again. Clive's communication before my visit was excellent. He was very welcoming upon my arrival, provided me with a lovely cup of tea and useful local information. The room was very pleasant with attention to detail, such as a carafe of water provided, tv, ample plug sockets and dark blinds and curtains. The bed was very comfortable. Thank you to Clive and his partner good a very pleasant stay.

Kyra2016-08-12T00:00:00Z

We stayed at Clive's one night as a stop off, communication beforehand was great, and Clive was very accommodating. We didn't arrive until 10.30pm, Clive kindly agreed to this time. In the morning we had some toast and we were on our way. The room was great just what we needed, somewhere quiet & comfortable to sleep. We would recommend staying at Clive's.

Amy 2016-07-02T00:00:00Z

Clive was a fantastic host who made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived. The room was just as pictured - heaps of room, and light and airy. He laid out a great breakfast spread each day which we weren't expecting. When hearing we had brought our running gear, he even offered to go running with us - despite running a half marathon that weekend! Clive is a wonderful host and we would definitely stay there again.

Lisa2016-08-30T00:00:00Z

I was made to feel very welcome by the host Clive. The room was very clean and well presented with plenty of storage. The single bed was very comfortable, and I understand this is being upgraded to a new double shortly. I was staying with Clive while working and he was kind enough to let me come and go as work required and to keep some food in the fridge. I would have no hesitation recommending people stay here if they are visiting Worcester.

Paul2015-08-30T00:00:00Z

The accommodation was as described, quiet room in a good location for my business trip, Clive is a very friendly and welcoming host I would have no hesitation in recommending this venue to the air b and b community

Nicholas2017-05-14T00:00:00Z

Clive is the best host ever! He picked me up from the station, helped me with my bags and was so nice to even give me and my girlfriend a lift to our new accomodation!I stayed at his place for a week and really felt comfortable. The house is very nice and clean and the room itself is fantastic-very cosy and well decorated! Great host, great place to stay! Highly recommended:)

vasil2015-08-22T00:00:00Z

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Diglis cottage is an old Lock Cottage situated on Diglis Island on the River Severn . A unique setting in front of Diglis Locks . Watch as the boats use the locks to travel up and down the river severn. Also ideal for Worcester Town 15mins walk.

The Diglis Cottage is an excellent comfortable home for a long weekend or more . Two wood burners to keep you warm and many extra features inside.

Plenty of local walks around the river on the Worcester walk. Worcester Cricket ground 1/2 mile and the same with Worcester Race course. We can see the Worcester Cathedral from the front door step.

We had a wonderful time at Diglis lock, Sue and I are from Brisbane and visiting family in Worcester. Noel gave a great introduction to the house and we could not have asked or needed more in the house. The location to the city and lovely walks/bike rides are superb especially now the new pedestrian bridge has been installed. Thanks Noel and family.

Simon2014-07-13T00:00:00Z

Had a fantastic stay here. The cottage is beautiful with great views along the river to the cathedral. Lots of outdoor space which was perfect for enjoying the summer weather. Would be more than happy to stay here again.

Kevin2014-05-19T00:00:00Z

We were 4 adults, and we spent 3 weeks in Worcester revisiting family, friends and old haunts. This house suited our needs well, was comfortable and well stocked with all the necessaries, including extras like bread and milk and cereal and stuff for cooked breakfast, a bowl of fruit and bottle of wine... not expected but well appreciated as it meant we didn't have to rush out shopping on our arrival. The house was comfortable and clean. Noel was readily availability by phone and helpful with queries and assistance, and an impromptu ride on his friends canal barge through some locks was a super added bonus.. Would definitely return to this beautiful island again should we return to Worcester again. Thanks Noel.

Keith2015-06-12T00:00:00Z

This property is unique. The house is situated on an island and is divided and shared by other residents. It is a small, cozy house and just the right amount of space for 2. We arrived to Diglis Island very late and it was a little scary negotiating the ramps to the house dragging our luggage behind us. The home is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Just a few minutes walk next to the Severn into town, and you're in the hub of Worcester!There is Diglis Hotel and restaurant - gorgeous!! And in 20 minutes you're in town. Worcester is charming and there are shops, museums, grocery stores, restaurants, and the train station (Foregate). Our host was wonderful and left us eggs, bacon, bread, hash browns for breakfast and we were so grateful! Beware of one thing: you are on an island and the spiders we saw left us cringing!! Ha!

Lena2016-09-14T00:00:00Z

This is a wonderful cottage. It is decorated beautifully and situated close enough to the City to be able to walk up the river in 15 minutes, and far enough out to be able to do some great country side walks. Watching the boats and the locks was great fun. We loved everything about it, and Noel was kind enough to leave us a breakfast pack, fruit and some beautiful flowers. I can highly recommend the place.

Yolande2016-06-06T00:00:00Z

Great interesting place to stay esp when the canal is busier. Lovely walk into Worcester which is a vibrant interesting town and so much to learn about the history of the town and area

Chris2017-03-06T00:00:00Z

Lovely stay for a few days

Alice2017-02-20T00:00:00Z

This cottage is in a perfect location and on a sunny day what better than to sit in the garden, glass of wine in hand, looking up river to the cathedral. Beautifully clean, friendly host, a welcome pack of food, conveniently placed to get into the city and wonderfully equipped - there are even bikes provided! We look forward to our next stay and thoroughly recomend it.

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Our recently extended house sits right alongside the River Severn situated at the end of a row of pretty Edwardian terraced houses 10 minutes from the historic Worcester city centre. There are numerous restaurants to choose from in the town centre as well as the surrounding area. There is also plenty of shopping, many historical sites including the famous Cathedral, beautiful walks and wonderful views. This place is charming we're sure you'll love it!

This is a small but cosy, clean and comfortable room with fitted wardrobes. These Edwardian terraced houses are much talked about and well known in the city. They were originally built due to their proximity to the world renowned Worcester Porcelain where you can still visit the museum just around the corner. The location of the house directly on the river gives this room a very peaceful and quiet overall feeling, despite being a short walk from the city centre. Perfect for getting away from it all in a beautiful rural city!

This is a truly amazing house, beautifully designed and furnished. We really couldn't have found a nicer more comfortable place to stay. Lynn was the perfect hostess who made us home based croissants and panne au chocolat for breakfast everyday. She is also a lovely warm hearted and interesting person.

Karoline 2017-05-14T00:00:00Z

A very nice place just near river Severn. Quiet and comfortable. Lynn is very kind and helpful! Highly recommend!

Lok2017-05-28T00:00:00Z

Lovely room perfect for two people, cosy and clean. The location makes it easy to walk right into town or the station. The hosts are very welcoming and we wouldn't hesitate to contact them again if we were in town! 5/5 would stay there again

Jasmin2017-07-01T00:00:00Z

What a super location, beautiful house and welcoming hostess. Parking space is a huge bonus in this area. Right on the river you can walk to town easily. Very quiet and super comfy bed ! Thanks Lynn !

Chris2017-06-07T00:00:00Z

This is highly recommended. It is spacious and immaculate. A very lovely lady indeed.

Rose2017-05-19T00:00:00Z

I had a great one night stay in May 2016 with a friendly welcome from Lynn on arrival with good communication beforehand. Pleasant and comfortable room (like the photo) in a family house in a quiet and attractive setting on the River Severn about 10-15 minutes walk to Worcester Foregate Street train station and just over 5 minutes walk to Worcester Cathedral. After a good night’s sleep, I had an excellent croissants and yoghurt breakfast the following morning. I was made to feel very welcome throughout and will definitely want to return when I next come to Worcester.

Frank2017-05-07T00:00:00Z

Lovely house on the side of the river Severn. Comfortable bed with view of rear garden. Croissant breakfast in the morning was welcome start to my day.

Matt2017-06-14T00:00:00Z

Great location for the lovely short river walk into Worcester. Nice to be able to look out on the river. We were made very welcome and comfortable. Lynn is a great hostess.

Jan2017-08-06T00:00:00Z

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Comfortable, spacious room on second floor of a modern townhouse, private shower room and use of first floor balcony. A ten minute walk along the river Severn takes you past the Cathedral and into the city, the University or the County Cricket ground

Wonderful location, central but quiet. A great base to access the historic city of Worcester along a gorgeous riverside, traffic free path. The house is clean, calm and comfortable, pet and smoking free and the bedroom is spacious and private with exclusive use of a shower room and toilet on the same floor. Not suitable for those with mobility problems as it's up two flights of stairs, sorry!

Diglis is a gem in Worcester's crown, where the canal meets the river with a wealth of historic interest and beautiful walkways. Visit the Café Afloat on a narrow boat in Diglis Basin, get yourself around a belly busting breakfast at The Anchor pub or enjoy a bit of refinement at the Diglis House Hotel

This was a perfect stay! Sarah and Tony are terrific hosts, I could not recommend highly enough.

Megan2016-06-20T00:00:00Z

Sarah was very welcoming, coming out to guide us from the car to her home which is a three story house in a new development complex. We had sole use of the bedroom and shower room on the top floor which made it feel quite private. The room was well stocked with tea and coffee supplies (I appreciated the mint tea) and Sarah had left a jug for us to take a bit of milk from the fridge which was a nice thought. It is a short 10-15 minute walk to the Cathedral though along the river is a bit quiet at night. Sarah recommended breakfast at The Anchor by the marina which was excellent. I would certainly come back.

Noel2016-03-16T00:00:00Z

The accommodation is very comfortable and well maintained. Sarah & Tony are very welcoming. This is a great place to stay in Worcester with easy access to the canal, river and city centre.

Karen2016-06-27T00:00:00Z

Yet another great stay. Loving Diglis Water area, perfect for walking along the river/canal in and out of town. Outstanding hospitality as usual from Sarah and Tony.

Si2016-06-04T00:00:00Z

lovely as ever - the place is fantastic and Sarah and Tony are really great. I love staying with them

Rosy2016-11-03T00:00:00Z

A warm and friendly welcome with a lovely cup of tea was just what I needed after a long first day in a new job ! Sarah (And Tony) are great hosts, very helpful and friendly at all times and my my stay an absolute pleasure. Their house in in great part of Worcester beside the canal/river at Digly basin where the narrow boats are moored and the house is of a very high standard. I'm new to Air B&B, so wasn't too sure about the concept of staying in otehr people homes but I have to say that they have got it spot on and as a result I will use us air B&B going forward and have booked with Sarah again for a future date!

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Our house is close to the city centre and public transport. You’ll love our place because of the views, and the unexpected extras. It is good for couples. We also include a Continental Breakfast, you won't be disappointed: Fresh bread or croissant, fruit, a selection of teas of coffee with a view from the back of the house to die for (airbnb room itself does not have the view-sorry).

This a very comfortable en-suite room, right by the main access door. Our bedrooms are on another level. We airbnb ourselves so have tried to make sure you have everything you might need.

A brand new Waitrose, with Sushi bar Café & Wine Bar is just 100 meters away, as well as two walkable local Pubs. Town is just over 1 mile, good footpaths, or across parks/along side the river Severn. Bus stop is about 50 meters.

We had good communication from the start and the description on Airbnb is very accurate. Tim and Alex are really lovely people and the facilities are first class! At the end of our weekend we felt as if we had been on holidays and the hot tub is a lovely start to the day. We loved the two Bentleys (one four- wheeled and one four-legged)! We would definitely stay here if we were in the area again.

Lynette and Nick2017-07-30T00:00:00Z

We stayed 2 nights in Tim and Alex's home and it was extremely good. The room is spotlessly clean and comfortable with a large en suite bathroom. Tim and Alex are very helpful, welcoming and accommodating and they take the time to make you feel relaxed whilst at the same time giving you your own space. A lovely breakfast deserves a special mention - fresh fruit, yoghurt, pastries, homebaked bread, cereal, fruit juice- the list goes on. They made a real effort to make our stay relaxed and comfortable. The lift in the Bentley is the icing on the cake.......

Nick2017-08-21T00:00:00Z

Had a lovely time at Tim and Alex's place. They made us feel really welcome and Even took us into town in there Bentley which was a lovely touch. We had full use of there hot tub which was set to 39 degrees! Perfect!!! Lovely place, lovely hosts and a beautiful breakfast in the morning. Fully recommend tims place for a relaxing stay in vibrant Worcester! Lovely people and a real hidden gem!

Lee2016-11-14T00:00:00Z

This was an amazing night away. There aren't enough words to describe how hospitable Alex & Tim were or how beautiful there house is... but I'll try. Tim greeted me from work in the Bentley and drove me to his beautiful home - he also drove me back to my conference the next morning. The room is incredible spacious with a very clean en suite and huge TV - perfect for a much needed early night. I was also able to relax in the hot tub, which overlooks the Malvern Hills and is stunning at night time - a real treat. After a peaceful night sleep, Tim & Alex had prepared an amazing breakfast of fresh fruit, croissants, fresh juice - a great start to the day. An additional bonus was getting to meet 'Bentley' their 6 month old puppy. I'd stay here again in a heart beat and recommend it to anyone looking for a coupe of nights in Worcester! Thank you all for such a lovely break :)

Danielle2016-09-18T00:00:00Z

If you are planning a trip to Worcester or surrounding areas, I would highly recommend Tim and Alex's friendly and stunning home. They made my Girlfriend and I feel so welcome from the second we arrived. So much thought has gone into opening their wonderful home up to AirBnb guests and they simply couldn't be more hospitable. Alex and Tim made us a gorgeous Continental Breakfast every morning we were there , where we had FRESHLY baked Bread, warm Croissants, a fruit selection, and choices of cereals, all laid out beautifully on their dining table over looking the stunning view. Their house is not only spacious and welcoming but it's very clean and in a brilliant location in Worcester. You can tell they take great pride in their home. We cannot express how amazing the views are from the house and the Hot Tub is in a perfect location, overlooking it all. We stayed in the Hot Tub for hours, undisturbed by anyone and simply took in the landscape. One night we wanted to have dinner in Worcester and Tim dropped us in the Town Centre in his incredible Bentley. It's not often you get to sit in such a phenomenal car!! Our room was very well equipped with an En Suite, Tea and Coffee, a Cooler for water/champagne, towels, TV, and Bathrobes for walking to and from the hot tub which was a lovely touch to the overall experience. Their dog, Bentley, was so friendly and quiet and we can't imagine him disturbing or bothering any future guests at all, so we highly recommend to both dog lovers and not so dog lovers. Tim and Alex are very friendly and chatty however are well aware of the need for your own space when you have chosen to go on a weekend away and we didn't feel uncomfortable at any time. My girlfriend and I wanted to hike the Malvern Hills and asked for a recommendation for the best route, the next thing we know Tim has printed off information and many different walks for us to explore and the information came in so handy. As I said above, it's the little things and all the thought that goes into such a wonderful stay at their home. We cannot recommend this stay highly enough and hope many people are as fortunate as we were to cross paths with Tim and Alex and their gorgeous family and house.

Danny2017-04-16T00:00:00Z

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My place is good for anyone wanting a homely social laid back enviroment, and also very quiet if you want piece and quiet after a long day out. We genuinely enjoy doing things for others and will help with lifts and guiding you around when we can. We also like learning new cultures and learning from others and making friends.

Just 10 min and your in the city centre. Train station just 5 min walk away. We have two stations in Worcester, Foregate street which is town centre and Shrub Hill is where you want to get off to reach me. I can often collect from station. We are a English and have two beautiful girls Mia and Gracie. We love being together having fun and enjoy meeting new people.

Worcester is one of the top places in the midlands. A historic, beautiful town not to big or small. We have a lovely town centre with many shops. Also many restaurants and bars and nightlife to enjoy which i can recommend to you. Worcester boat parties or river crusies also very good.
Maybe enjoy a strole down the picturesque river and call in for lunch at the Diglis Hotel. We also have the university, the hive(largest library in eu) the cricketground to spectate for sport fans or horseracing available at pitchcroft. We have theatres in Malvern and Worcester. The cathedral where King John is rests and the Commandery for thise wanting to learn of our civil history.
The amazing Malvern hills over 500million years old on your doorstep just 8 miles away, easily reachable by train. I highly recommend this. With stunning Edwardian and Victorian buildings a must see.
Also Just 30 min from the stunning Cotswolds, by car or why not visit historic Tewksbury or go off on off road adventure biking down the Forest of Dean. Other sporting activities include rock climbing,swimming,loads of gyms,river rowing, shooting its all here!!! Birmingham just 30 min by train. There really is so much to do here, to name a few.

I had an absolutely wonderful weekend with Lewis and his family. He is a gracious host and made me feel extraordinarily welcome. He had some great suggestions about places to see. We also went to a twelfth-century pub in a small village: just amazing. I can't wait to go back and visit again. Thanks, Lewis!

Benjamin2017-06-19T00:00:00Z

Lewis is a warm and generous host and you be treated like a member of his family. There are nearby buses into Worcester if you don't want to walk a mile into the city.

Colin2017-04-03T00:00:00Z

Lewis and daughter are a lovely family, fantastic hosts. Great for anyone just looking for someone to stay, nice single room. He made me feel really welcome, I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a nice easy place to stay

Laurie2016-11-10T00:00:00Z

Lewis is a great host. A wonderful welcoming family and willing to offer any help they can. My only issue was that i didn't get complete privacy at times. My room was being used during the day when I went out. Other than this there were no problems. Lewis will cook you an evening meal for £5 which is really helpful.

Hannah2017-03-17T00:00:00Z

The host canceled this reservation 32 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.

Paul2017-08-29T00:00:00Z

Lewis and his daughter were very warm and welcoming, and they made me feel at home in their house. The house is conveniently located, close to the city centre and very near a supermarket. Worcester is a lovely city to visit and Lewis kindly gave me helpful sightseeing tips for the local area.

Lai2016-12-04T00:00:00Z

Lewis made me feel very welcome. Bed was comfortable, would definitely recommend.

Ruth2016-09-30T00:00:00Z

A very homely stay and friendly host.

Jen2017-01-07T00:00:00Z

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The property, located within the remains of the old medieval city walls, is Grade 2 listed and on a pedestrianised street dating from the Georgian period adjacent to Worcester Cathedral.
Free parking bay permits available for adjacent streets. This is a holiday house: I don't live here; it's all yours!

About as close and convenient to the city centre as you can get. AA **** self-catering accommodation 2016.
We want singles and couples to have an attractively priced option for their stay as well, so if you are a couple, or a single guest please contact us to request a special offer price for your stay; usually a 10% discount.
Please note: 3 night minimum stay normally required apart from Christmas (1 week). Discounts applied for 1 week or more. If the calendar doesn't allow 3 nights stay because it's a slot between other bookings then contact us; we may be able to accommodate you. If you need a 2 night stay, a weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun) 2 night stay would be 50% of the weekly price, a weekday (Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu) 2 night stay would be 40% of the weekly price.
worcestercitycentrecottage provides quality, unique, self-catering holiday accommodation in the heart of the City of Worcester. The property, located within the remains of the old medieval city walls, is a Grade 2 listed building on a pedestrianised street dating from the Georgian period and is set in a conservation area adjacent to Worcester Cathedral. The composer Sir Edward Elgar, whose works include Pomp and Circumstance March No.1 (Land of Hope and Glory) and the Enigma Variations, lived here as a child in Victorian times.
As shown by the photography, the well-presented accommodation is furnished to a high standard and is set over 4 floors and sleeps 5+1. It has gas-fired central heating throughout. (Worcester photography by kind permission of Chris Dobbs LRPS: chris@cd1images).
Works by local artists are displayed throughout the property.
The lower ground floor kitchen diner is fully-equipped with all mod cons and everything you are likely to need during your stay, including a range cooker, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, washer/dryer, iron/ironing board and a comprehensive range of cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery. Access to an enclosed rear courtyard affords guests an opportunity to sit outside and barbeque; weather permitting!
The living area is located on the ground floor and has comfortable seating comprising of one 3-seater sofa, one 2-seater sofa, and an armchair and footstool, all in french gray upholstery. A wood-burning stove provides the focal point of the room. A modern flat screen TV with Freeview, Blu-ray DVD player and DVD selection, together with Wi-Fi are provided. A large oak coffee-style table made of reclaimed oak from a Worcestershire flour mill is perfect for playing cards, board games or simple resting that glass of wine on, whilst relaxing in front of the fire.
The first floor master bedroom is a large well-appointed room, with a king sized bed and commands views to the stained glass east window of the cathedral. There is one sofa and two chairs is this room, affording some privacy away from the main living area if required. A hairdryer and alarm clock is provided in the main bedroom. On the same floor is a separate toilet.
The shower room is on the second floor and has a modern shower unit, high-flush toilet and pedestal wash basin. There is no bath. Adjacent to it are bedrooms 2 and 3. The former has two single divan style beds and the latter has one 4ft divan bed (this is a small double bed). Both bedrooms have views to the cathedral.
There are ample storage facilities in all the bedrooms.
Testimonial:
"We had a fantastic holiday here this Christmas! Being right next to the Cathedral for Christmas services was wonderful and we were minutes away from the shops! The beds were really comfortable and the hot water was always available – the shower was good too. Everything worked perfectly and the kitchen was fantastically well equipped - even for cooking a Christmas dinner for six! Thank you so much for making our stay so lovely!"
Margaret, Dave, Andrew, Ben + Alice. London Dec 2015.
What is included?
Kitchen should have everything you are likely to need. If it doesn't let's know.
All quality cotton bed linen and towels are provided for the duration of your stay. 1 bath towel and 1 hand towel for each guest. For guests staying more than 1 week, the cottage can be cleaned and new linen and towels etc. provided as required.
Heating, lighting and your first basket of logs. Please put £4 in the ‘pay as you burn' (PAYB) small box on the bookcase for any subsequent boxes of wood used.
WiFi throughout.
Freeview channels on the TV.
Blu-ray DVD player, DVD and CD selection.
A range of board games. A pack of cards.
A selection of books and local interest publications, maps and magazines. If you wish to take a book away with you (apart from books marked cottage copy) then please put £2 (paperback) and £4 (hardback) in the ‘pay as you learn' (PAYL) small box on the bookcase, so I can replace the stock.
A welcome pack with a few essentials including tea, coffee, a pint of milk as a minimum.
A hairdryer and alarm clock in the main bedroom.
An iron and ironing board in the kitchen. A radio in the kitchen.
Parking bay permit is offered free for guests to use during their stay (refundable deposit required) which allows nearby on-street parking in permit bays on Edgar Street and in ticketed bays along Severn Street subject to availability. This saves you about £7-£10 per day on inner city parking charges. Please make sure you display the permit clearly on your front dashboard/windscreen at all times. If not, you will get a ticket. The traffic wardens are keen as mustard. And please make sure you return the permit when you leave, as the next guest(s) needs it.
A travel cot and high chair can be made available by arrangement at the time of booking.
If you need to exercise there is a friendly pay-as-you-go gym called pf2 on Basin Road in Diglis; just a 10 minute stroll along the river. There may be some ‘first time only' free passes. Look in the magazine rack.

Historic Worcester
In 2015 Worcester was ranked in the top ten UK cities for heritage. Beating places like York and Bath. Boasting a beautiful Norman Cathedral it has strong and identifiable musical, cultural and industrial heritage.
Originally a Roman settlement and then a burgh of Alfred the Great; fortified against Viking raiders along the River Severn, Worcester began to thrive once the city became part of an episcopal see and had a bishop.
King John of Magna Carta fame, - whose favoured hunting ground was Feckenham Forest; covering most of Worcestershire at the time - is buried at his own request in the cathedral chancel. He was flanked by the shrines and tombs of St. Oswald and St. Wulfstan until they were destroyed during the Reformation. Worcester Cathedral is also the final resting place of the brother of King Henry VIII, Prince Arthur; as well as former British Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin.
The old city is built upon a medieval street pattern and the streets tended to be named after the trade or business that went on there. Look out for: Needlers Street; Fish Street; Silver Street; The Shambles (where meat was sold); Cooken Street (street of the cooks); the Cattlemarket; the Cornmarket; the Hopmarket. Cooken Street was renamed Copenhagen Street in honour of Lord Nelson's visit in 1802. Friar Street and New Street used to be called Glovers Street. Glove manufacturing employed 8,000 to 10,000 people in Worcester at its peak. The Fownes Hotel used to be a Glove Factory. The best remains of the old city walls can be seen along the river, and along City Wall's Road. New plaques locating the old city gates can be seen dotted around these walls. There nine in total, counting the Watergate by the Cathedral.
Shakespeare allegedly married Anne Hathaway in Worcester in 1582 at St.Martin's Church to avoid a scandal in Stratford, as she was pregnant at the time!
The first and last battles of the English Civil War were fought at Worcester. The first encounter in 1642 was a skirmish involving Prince Rupert on Powick Fields, to the west of the city. The last battle was a bloody affair, with thousands killed in fierce fighting outside the Sidbury Gate, as well as through the city streets. The future King Charles II made his escape from the city on the 3rd September 1651 from a place you can still visit; as it is a public house selling fine food and drink. Legend has it that Cromwell made a pact with the devil to secure his victory at Worcester, as he died 7 years to the day after his triumph, on September 3rd 1658. As committed republicans, US Presidents to be, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, saw Worcester as a beacon for liberty and democracy, and came on a pilgrimage to the city in 1786.
Other famous visitors to Worcester include Elizabeth I and George III, who came to attend the Three Choirs Festival in 1788 and wasn't allowed to leave by notorious gate keeper Robert Sleuth until he paid the road toll!
Sir Edward Elgar lived at 2 College Precincts, and is reckoned to have played in the Cathedral Cloisters as a small boy. His father and uncle had a music shop on the High Street (demolished) and although brought up a Roman Catholic, Elgar often skipped Church where his father played the organ, to listen to music more of his liking in the Cathedral.
Local Attractions
The longest-running classical musical festival in the world is the triennial Three Choirs Festival held at Worcester Cathedral and the arts are well-represented by productions staged at the nearby Swan Theatre, Huntingdon Hall and Malvern Theatres. There are numerous venues for gigs and live music across the city.
The Vue cinema is just around the corner. The Ghostwalk, currently with stops at the Guildhall and the Commandery is worth the money.
Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum is on the Tything and houses a collection started by Sir Charles Hastings founder of the British Medical Association (BMA). Tudor House and Greyfriars are located on Friar Street.
The world-famous Lea and Perrins Worcestershire Sauce is still blended and bottled in the city. The Royal Worcester Porcelain Museum is a two minute walk away and is located on the China Works Severn Street site, visited by Admiral Lord Nelson in 1802 where he placed a large order for the ‘Horatia service'. Unfortunately, he never received it all before being mortally shot at the moment of his great triumph: Trafalgar 1805.
The annual Hay-on-Wye literature festival which former US President Bill Clinton called ‘The Woodstock of the mind' is about an hour away.
As far as restaurants, pubs, clubs and bars are concerned there are many. Most of them are within easy walking distance. Enjoy a pint in Worcester's oldest pub, The Cardinal's Hat which dates from the 14th century. Explore the wine and cocktail bars dotted along the medieval streets, or enjoy fine dining in one of the city's great restaurants; many of which use locally sourced produce, from a county increasingly renowned as a home for food and drink.
Worcester is reckoned to have some of the best shopping in the West Midlands, with a superb mix of high quality brand name stores and independent artisans to choose from.
The city has several impressive sporting venues. County cricket is a short walk across the River Severn to the new and improved New Road Ground where Basil D'Olivera, Ian Botham and Graeme Hick used to play. The University Arena - also across the river – hosts British Basketball League matches. Professional rugby union side Worcester Warriors play at Sixways Stadium located at junction 6 of the M5. Worcester racecourse is also within walking distance and the best jump racing in the world can be found at Cheltenham adjacent to the Cotswolds, 25 miles away.
There are some fantastic, traffic free riverside walks in Worcester. The Malvern Hills, The Cotswolds and The Shropshire Hills –all Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty – are all within easy reach, and boast some of the best scenery, walking and activities of all levels anywhere in Britain.

Fantastic stay. Great location and very friendly host, Guy. I would thoroughly recommend. Thanks Guy.

Gareth2016-02-19T00:00:00Z

We had a lovely stay and Guy went out of his way to accommodate us including picking us up from the station and early check in. The house itself is beautiful and I couldn't fault anything at all - even nicer than the pictures. I thoroughly recommend staying here.

Sarah2016-07-23T00:00:00Z

I can only say glowing things about our stay here! We had an amazing stay. On arrival we were met by Guy and the welcome package, children's Xmas presents, children's cot, highchair, plates.. truely wonderful hosts and felt like home from home. We have a 4 and 2 yr old and Guy kindly organised an Xmas tree in the house for the kids. Nothing was ever too much trouble! We hosted Xmas dinner for our Family and will fondly remember this holiday. The house is immaculate and has possibly everything you could ever need! We look forward to stay here again next time we visit Family!

Ben2017-01-06T00:00:00Z

Couldn't think of a better place to stay! Amazing!!!!

luca2017-03-04T00:00:00Z

great location, spotlessly clean, tastefully furnished

Alan2017-08-08T00:00:00Z

A wonderful accommodation at the foot of the magnificent cathedral, a perfect welcome, gorgeous rooms, lovely and lively day and evening; in short, we were in love; in addition, for 3 days, the sky was blue; we walked in the green English countryside to Stratford upon Avon and we can only say a big thank you to Guy and England .I

D HAUTEVILLE2016-05-17T00:00:00Z

Guy was a perfect host,,we had a great out the second day out with Guy,,he showed us the old city of worcester,,lots of history in this place,,and we went for a well deserved drink afterwards..the house was spotless and very central,,,,thanks again Guy

Brendan2016-07-10T00:00:00Z

Lovely house in a beautiful part of Worcester and right next to the cathedral. All the rooms were really nicely decorated. Guy was a very friendly and professional host and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Ida Elisabeth S.2016-03-26T00:00:00Z

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Just a short walk from Worcester University, St. John's shops, Worcester Golf & Country club and plenty of pubs & places to eat. Worcester City Centre is approx 20 mins on foot.
My B&B is on a quiet road and has a good sized garden, which you are welcome to enjoy and smoke in if required.
Breakfast can be arranged upon requests for an added fee.

Your room has freeview channels and chromecast, so if you have an account with netflix, you can watch all your favourite shows or tune in to youtube or spotify. Free wifi is also included and you have a dvd player.
Also for your use a digital alarm clock with aux cable/radio and small fan. Iron and ironing board can be provided by request.
There is off road parking along the street. (no yellow lines).

St. John's is known to have a very low crime rate. It has a great community and is well looked after. The Worcester University is close by, but we also have a lovely golf course, horse racing, friendly pubs and plenty of places to eat in the area.
If you would prefer to get a takeaway you are welcome to use the kitchen to eat it or on a warm barmy night outside in the garden with a bottle of wine.